News & Features

All the posts every put on our website. Blogs, Podcasts, Careers Support, News and all the good stuff that you wouldn’t want to miss. Only made possible thanks to funding from our amazing partners, NIHR, Alzheimer’s Association, Alzheimer’s Research UK, Alzheimer’s Society & Race Against Dementia.

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Using the Indices of Multiple Deprivation in Dementia Research

12/10/2023

National Centre for Research Methods

Dr Smruit Bulsari, Senior Research Officer, University of Essex presents a guide on using the English Indices of Multiple Deprivation in your Dementia Research

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Blog – Using Time Tracking for Time Management

11/10/2023

Dr Ajantha Abey

Master time management with tips from Ajantha Abey. Discover how Time Tracking can transform your academic and personal life. Don’t just guess, measure!

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Milken Institute Report – Guiding the Care Journey

10/10/2023

Dementia Researcher

The Milken Institute publishes new report “Guiding the: Care Journey: Building Dementia Workforce and System Capacity through Care Navigation” (USA).

Careers

What stops scientists from applying for roles?

10/10/2023

Nature Careers Blog

Nature share results from a 2022 survey of 3,200 PhD and Masters Students, discussing career barriers and support. Do you agree with the results?

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NIHR partnership aims to increase research into MND

10/10/2023

NIHR

NIHR is partnering with the MND Association to increase research into MND, starting with career development opportunities for doctoral and postdoc researchers

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Blog – Let’s Talk about Impact

09/10/2023

Dr Clarissa Giebel

Unlock the hidden power of research with Dr Clarissa Giebel’s blog. Learn how small actions can change dementia care & empower lives.

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Blog – Study Recruitment and the Sample Size Jinx

06/10/2023

Dr Anna Volkmer

Dr Anna Volkmer unpacks study recruitment challenges in PCA. Learn about ethical dilemmas, sample size, and patient willingness. A must-read for researchers

Careers

How I turned my biggest career setback into an opportunity

04/10/2023

Science

Lan Nguyen Champlin from Northwestern University write a career story for Science Magazine, covering how failing to get a promotion ended well!

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Blog – Starting a PhD: How to Know Nothing

04/10/2023

Rebecca Williams

Navigating a PhD? Rebecca Williams’ blog explores why “knowing nothing” is crucial in academia. A must-read for new researchers seeking reassurance and insight.

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£97.5m for New National NIHR Researcher Support Service

03/10/2023

NIHR

The NIHR has awarded £97.5m for a Research Support Service, providing support, advice & expertise for all researchers in England across the remit of the NIHR.

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Podcast – The Study Recruitment Puzzle

02/10/2023

Dementia Researcher

Adam Smith talks to Dr Anna Volkmer, Ellice Parkinson & Dr Megan Rose readman discussing study recruitment. The challenges, and strategies for success.

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Blog – When to Find Funding as a Post-Doc

29/09/2023

Dr Yvonne Couch

Navigating post-doc funding? Dr Yvonne Couch’s blog is your essential guide! From small grants to junior fellowships, get insider tips to secure your future.